Der Klang
Example: Der Klang der Musik erfüllte den ganzen Raum mit Wärme.
Definition
"Der Klang" refers to the sound or tone produced by a musical instrument, voice, or any source of noise, characterized by its quality, pitch, and resonance. It is often used to describe the auditory impression that music or any noise creates in the listener.
Etymology
The word "der Klang" originates from the Old High German word 'klang,' meaning sound or ringing. It is related to the verb 'klingen,' which means to sound or ring. Did you know that "der Klang" shares roots with English words like 'clang,' reflecting its connection to resonant or ringing sounds?
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"Der Klang" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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